How do you pronounce emission?

emission is pronounced as /ɪˈmɪʃən/.

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emission

💨emission

noun

/ɪˈmɪʃən/

emissary emissions

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Meaning

The act of releasing something, especially gas, heat, or light.

The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.

Example Sentences

Car engines are a major source of carbon emissions.

Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.

Example Expressions

greenhouse gas emissions

Synonyms

discharge, release, output, radiation, expulsion, emanation, excretion

Entry 1

discharge, release, output, radiation

Entry 2

discharge, release, output, expulsion, emanation, excretion

Antonyms

absorption, intake, containment, reduction, suppression, retention, capture

Entry 1

absorption, intake

Entry 2

containment, reduction, absorption, suppression, retention, capture

Collocations

carbon emission, control emission, emission level, reduce emissions

More Example Sentences

We need to increase investment in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions.

Greenhouse gas emissions must be brought down to zero by the end of this century.

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